Josh Turner
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Josh Otis Turner was born on November 20, 1977, in Hannah, South Carolina. Although originally from South Carolina, he later moved to Nashville, Tennessee, which became central to his personal and professional life. Raised in a deeply religious household, Turner was active in his church from a young age and developed a strong interest in gospel music. He participated in the church choir, where he performed bass and baritone vocals.
Quick Facts
- Birth Date
- 20 Nov, 1977
- Age
- 42 yrs
- Occupations
- Singer-songwriter
Musician
Singer
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- Citizenship
- United States of America
- Birth Place
- Florence
- Education
- Belmont University
Francis Marion University - Gender
- Male
- Description
- American singer-songwriter
- Net Worth 2021
- 17 million
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Early Life and Education
In 1996, Turner suffered a vocal cord injury that required him to rest his voice for a year without undergoing surgery. Following his recovery and completion of his primary education, he enrolled at Francis Marion University. Eventually, Turner relocated to Nashville to pursue a music career more seriously and transferred to Belmont University to study music and further hone his craft.
Breakthrough with "Long Black Train"
Josh Turner made his debut at the Grand Ole Opry in 2001, performing his original composition "Long Black Train." The performance drew significant acclaim, setting the stage for future success. In 2003, he released his debut studio album, also titled Long Black Train. The album was a critical and commercial success, spending several weeks on the Billboard country charts and establishing Turner as a notable figure in country music.
Success with "Your Man" and Other Hit Singles
Turner's second album, Your Man, was released in early 2006. The lead single, also titled "Your Man," quickly climbed the charts and was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) just weeks after its release. It eventually reached Platinum status. Another popular single from the album, "Would You Go with Me," also achieved commercial success, peaking at No. 48 on the Billboard Hot 100, further expanding Turner's fanbase.
Awards and Notable Collaborations
In recognition of his vocal talents, Turner received nominations for Best Male Country Vocal Performance and Best Country Album from the Grammy Awards. He later released a live album, Josh Turner: Live at the Ryman, which was made available exclusively at Cracker Barrel restaurants. One of the album’s standout tracks, "Say Yes," was co-written with acclaimed songwriters Brett James and Don Schlitz.
